> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://academy.decisionrules.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://academy.decisionrules.io/spaces/what-is-a-space.md).

# What Is a Space?

Spaces can be thought of as work areas, containing projects linked by a particular logic. Usually, spaces are used to define teams and connect different departments. Invite your colleagues to collaborate on your Space and assign roles and permissions to create seamless workflows for your projects.

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*The number of Spaces and Rules you can create, the users you can invite is determined by your Subscription.*
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A more precise definition: A Space is a container for a set of rules. Visually, it is the interface where you organize your folders and rules in one place. The goal of a Space is to clarify which rules share common settings (such as API Keys or Connectors) and can be connected to one another.
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## First steps

In order to create your business rules you will need your workspace. One Space will be automatically created when you register your account, so you can start transforming your business logic into decision rules right away.

### New Space

If you need to create a new space for another project, or for testing your rules for example, simply click on your "*Space Name"* at the top left corner, next to our logo. A list of the Spaces you are a user in will appear. At the top right corner, click the  <mark style="background-color:purple;">**+ Space**</mark>  button, select destination and enter a name for the new Space. Click on the "Create" button and the new Space will be created.

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### Switching between Spaces

If you are a user of several Spaces, you can switch between them freely. Click on the "*Space Name"* next to our logo. A list of all the Spaces you are a user in will appear. The list is divided into your own Spaces and those that someone else owns and has invited you to.

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*Before switching to another Space, make sure you have saved your progress.*
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## Space description

Each Space has its own configurations, so its unique dashboard, its own API keys, and its own business rules. It means as well, that you can combine the logic of the business rules in the same Space, using Decision Flows and Integration Flows. Each Space generate audit logs for individual rules and for the relation between these rules within Decision Flows. In addition, relevant information about the Space can be saved and manage.

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